[k2blader]

I suspect that those who apply the "selfish" label are those who love and cherish their kids and are probably better than average at raising them. Kids seem natural for them, like breathing.

Yep, especially on FR, I'm sure there are lots of good parents.

What they don't realize is that some people are emotionally, intellectually or psychologically singularly unsuited for parenthood.

Yep again.

...And as a side note, speaking as a Christian, I also believe married Christians are not required and should not be expected to have children.

[durasell]

Agreed.

[Aquinasfan]

I also believe married Christians are not required and should not be expected to have children.

What then is the purpose of marriage? What about the biblical admonition to be fruitful and multiply?

The purpose of natural marriage is two-fold: the mutual care of husband and wife, and the creation and care of children.

Christian marriage elevates marriage so that the two-fold purpose is the couple's aiding each other in attaining heaven, and the creation of children for the purpose of preparing them for heaven.